GRE Word List

POTENTIAL

existing in possibility : capable of development into actuality

The meaning of the word potential is existing in possibility : capable of development into actuality.

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WordMeaning
recalcitrantobstinately defiant of authority or restraint
discriminatingmaking a distinction : distinguishing
abstinencethe practice of abstaining from something : the practice of not doing or having something that is wanted or enjoyable
abrogateto abolish by authoritative action : annul
charlatanquack
riveta headed pin or bolt of metal used for uniting two or more pieces by passing the shank through a hole in each piece and then beating or pressing down the plain end so as to make a second head
copiousyielding something abundantly
ennuia feeling of weariness and dissatisfaction : boredom
decorousmarked by propriety and good taste : correct
licensepermission to act